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Mortality from all causes over 40% higher in female domestic abuse survivors

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 17, 2020

Women who have experienced domestic violence are 44% more likely to die from any cause compared to the general population. They also have a 51% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes and a 31% higher risk of being diagnosed with cardiovascular disease.... Read More...

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Link between intimate partner homicide and firearms dealers in urban settings

Neuroscience NewsAugust 5, 2019

A significant link has been identified between the concentration of federally licensed firearm dealers in urban areas and intimate partner homicides in the home. ... Read More...

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Brain injury common in domestic violence

Neuroscience NewsJuly 2, 2019

Many survivors of domestic violence are likely to have experienced repeated head injuries and oxygen deprivation. The injuries resulted in memory loss, anxiety, and visual problems. Of the 49 people interviewed for this study, 81% report being hit in the head by their partner, while 83% report strangulation events.... Read More...

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Women who are experiencing domestic abuse are nearly three times as likely to develop mental illness

Neuroscience NewsJune 8, 2019

Women who experience interpersonal violence from their partners are three times as likely to develop a mental health problem, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Not only did researchers find a higher chance of developing a mental illness following domestic abuse, but also discovered those with a mental health problem were more likely to experience abuse in future relationships. ... Read More...

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Another victim of violence: Trust in those who mean no harm

Neuroscience NewsApril 26, 2019

Those who have experienced community violence or abuse may have problems when it comes to trusting new people, even those who are deemed 'good' or morally righteous.... Read More...

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What Predicts Teen Partner Rape?

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 3, 2019

Researchers have identified specific risk factors, including coercive control, greater age differences and physical abuse, as predictors of sexual violence in a young woman's first romantic relationship. ... Read More...

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Emotional Abuse Linked to Menopause Misery

Neuroscience NewsNovember 19, 2018

Researchers report menopausal women who experience intimate partner violence and emotional abuse have increased risk of developing heightened symptoms of menopause.... Read More...

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Prenatal Exposure to Violence Leads to Increased Toddler Aggression Toward Mom

Neuroscience NewsAugust 16, 2018

A critical new study reports prenatal interpersonal violence can affect emotional regulation by toddlers toward their mothers. Researchers report children of mothers who were victims of domestic abuse during pregnancy, are more likely to exhibit aggression toward their moms in toddlerhood.... Read More...

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Psychedelic Drug Use Associated with Reduced Partner Violence in Men

Neuroscience NewsJune 5, 2018

Men who have prior experience with psychedelic drugs have a reduced likelihood of engaging in violence against their partner, a new study reports.... Read More...

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Stricter Gun Control Could Stop Violent Men Killing Their Partners and Themselves

Neuroscience NewsApril 24, 2018

A study that utilizes 10 years of data on intimate partner homicide reveals men who have a history of domestic violence and access to guns have an increased risk of committing murder-suicide. Restricting gun access to men with a history of domestic battery could reduce murder suicide rates, researchers report.... Read More...

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Three-Quarters of Americans See Head Injuries in Football as Major Problem

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 6, 2017

A new poll conducted by UMass Lowell and The Washington Post reveals three quarters of NFL fans believe head injuries in the sport are a major problem. 60% of those surveyed also said they were concerned about off-field violence as a result of head injuries.... Read More...

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